Get Ready to Revisit Oddworld

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A strange new character takes the series into darker territory.

By David Clayman

Developers Oddworld Inhabitants have announced they are working on a follow-up to this year's solid action-adventure Oddworld Stranger's Wrath. In the April issue of Game Informer the team discussed their plans for the advancement of the series. It looks as though the game will have a decidedly darker feel and might even receive a Mature rating from the ESRB.

The next game stars a new protagonist named Fangus. He's a shepherd who tends to his flock until they are attacked by Oddworld invaders. The gameplay will be similar to that of Stranger with a combination of first- and third-person shooting action. It will also feature the same type of interactive townspeople and destructible environments. As Fangus does battle with the invaders he's also suffering from rabies, which will eventually drive him insane. The Stranger in the last game captured critters to use as ammo and its possible that Fangus will do something similar with the creatures in his flock.

Unlike Stranger's Wrath the game is not being published by EA and IGN's sources tell us that the title may not be handled by Majesco for much longer either. While the game reportedly has mature subject matter, Oddworld Inhabitants have consistently delivered high-quality products in the past and if need be, it shouldn't be difficult for them to find a new publisher. Barring complications, the game is scheduled to be released some time next year. Stick with IGN for more info on this game as it becomes available.